When most people think about silent, tasteless, odorless killers they immediately associate it with carbon monoxide poisoning. Unfortunately, that’s not the only substance that can have serious, and fatal consequences if left unattended. According to WTMJ-TV Milwaukee, elevated levels of radon have been discovered in “thousands” of homes in the Southeast-area of Wisconsin. “The health…
Why Exactly Do We Need Sleep? Researchers Aim to Find Out
Researchers are getting closer and closer to figuring out why the human body sleeps. While there have been countless sleep studies done in animals of all species, the reason why we sleep has puzzled scientists worldwide. Now, it seems that they are closer than ever to debunking the mystery surrounding sleep. The University of Wisconsin-Madison’s…
Small Town Business Owner Spends Free Time Giving Back to the Community That’s Given Him So Much
Steve Luciani has worked in the flooring business for over 40 years. He started as a carpet salesman, and in 1969, he opened his very own business, Coachlight Carpets, where he’s helped countless residents and other local businesses in the Centerville, MA, area with all of their carpet, hardwood, tile, and flooring needs. According to…
Inspired by Celebrities, Thousands of Teens Undergo Plastic Surgery Each Year
Cosmetic surgeons are finding that more and more young people are choosing to undergo plastic surgery than ever before. Dr. Sozer, president of the El Paso Cosmetic Surgery Center, reported that he is seeing more teenagers on his operating table who are hoping to become more attractive. In fact, Sozer said that many parents are…
Top Athletes Backing Out of Rio Olympics Because of Zika Virus
Many athletes are backing out of the 2016 Rio Olympics because of Zika virus scares. The number one golfer in the world, Jason Day, announced on June 27, that he is joining the list of athletes sitting out of the Rio de Janeiro Olympics because of concerns regarding the Zika virus. According to the BBC,…
Video: Is This Glass Skateboard the Worst Idea in Skating History?
Is this glass skateboard really the worst idea in skating history, or a hilarious idea tailor made for the YouTube generation? Judging from a new viral video, the answer is definitely both. Braille Skateboarding is a popular YouTube channel for the 11 million people who skate regularly. The channel has a popular series called “You…
McDonald’s Advertising Account Up For Grabs In Winner-Take-All Agency Showdown
The McDonald’s slogan may be “I’m lovin’ it,” but about half of their current advertising team will certainly hate the consequences of the company’s latest corporate decision. In a move that sounds more like something out of the script of the television series “Mad Men” than real-life, everyone’s favorite burger joint has issued a gladiator-style…
GM Teams With NASA to Create Robotic Glove That Will Assist Factory Workers
In the United States, there are approximately 7.8 million production workers in the construction industry. And pretty soon, some of those workers could be using robotic extremities to perform tasks not suitable for the human hand. According to CBS Detroit, General Motors plans on using robotic glove technology to help factory workers manufacture automobiles. The…
Cities Begin to Explore 911 Texting Options After Orlando
The Federal Communications Commission reports that out of more than 6,000 dispatch centers nationwide, a little more than 650 can accept text messages, with more than 150 making the text-to-911 upgrade this year. During the Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando, victims who were trapped could not call 911, and as a result, texted family members…
Women with Pets May Have Lower Risk of Heart Disease
Every pet owner likely understands the emotional benefits of caring for a domestic animal, but new research suggests that owning a pet may be good for your physical health, too. A recent analysis of data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, which polled nearly 4,000 adults age 50 or over, found that women…